Shashikanth Sammiti
Celina,TX
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain Leader with over 20 years of experience in enhancing operational efficiency through strategic management and process optimization. Proven expertise in implementing SAP Supply Chain Solutions across diverse sectors such as Consumer-packaged Goods, Construction & Heavy equipment, Automobiles, Pharmaceuticals, and Oil & Gas. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing projects that enhance supply chain effectiveness. Committed to leveraging skills to foster continued innovation within the supply chain sector.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Leader
IBM corporation
Dallas, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Directed supply planning in key value stream projects within a major Supply Chain Transformation program.
- Developed strategies addressing multifaceted supply chain issues, incorporating cross-functional dependencies.
- Implemented SAP IBP solutions to optimize network operations, master production scheduling strategies, and distribution requirement planning.
- Analyze the supply chain for potential risks, and develop contingency plans to mitigate identified risks.
- Formulated strategies for supply chains, boosting operational effectiveness.
- Guided professional development within the supply chain team.
- Directed on-site and offshore teams to drive operational excellence initiatives.
- Streamlined business processes using integrated third-party applications with the ERP system.
- Collaborated with stakeholders across departments in order to develop project plans that meet organizational objectives.
Principal - Business Process & IT Consulting
Westernacher & Partner Consulting Inc.
Wellesley, MA
11.2015 - 02.2022
- Guided strategic initiatives for supply chain enhancements.
- Refined supply chain planning methodologies through the application of SAP Integrated Business Planning across various clientele.
- Implemented efficient process designs for Sales and Operations Planning.
- Ensured seamless alignment of complex business needs with high-level design strategies.
- Bridged the gap between business requirements and technology.
- Evaluated customers' requirements to pinpoint gaps, and suggested measures to bridge the identified gaps.
- Enhanced efficiency in several automotive companies through innovative SAP Service Parts Planning solution.
- Developed comprehensive Yard Management solutions utilizing SAP Yard Logistics.
- Drafted detailed business requirements documents for software projects.
- Showcased value of integrated solution to business.
- Conducted interviews with stakeholders to define user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria.
Business Process Consultant
SAP Solution Delivery Center - SAP India Private Limited
Bengaluru, Karnataka
11.2010 - 11.2015
- Executed an efficient after-market service planning solution by integrating top-tier SAP practices for a leading automotive manufacturer in North America.
- Directed functional leadership in the area of demand and supply planning for a prominent Indian oil and gas industry.
- Provided expert solutions in business processes and IT for supply chain needs at a leading Japanese automotive industry in Tokyo.
- Managed key projects to optimize supply chain planning for an Asian healthcare industry leader.
- Led the effort to analyze requirements and set up business blueprint workshops.
Information Technology Analyst
Caterpillar Logistics & IT Services Private Limited
Bengaluru, Karnataka
04.2007 - 11.2010
- Engaged in strategic collaborations with SAP, Ford, and Deloitte for groundbreaking After Market Service Parts solutions.
- Managed global functional team activities, ensuring project success.
- Delivered expertise in demand forecasting, inventory planning, and distribution requirement planning.
- Constructed detailed documentation for business processes.
- Reviewed and validated all proposed technical solutions.
- Provided support during multiple go-live phases, and ensured a smooth transition to the sustain phase post go-live.
Materials Engineer
Wipro Infrastructure Engineering Limited
Hindupur, Andhra Pradesh
09.1999 - 03.2007
- Procured cost-effective quality raw materials internationally.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for supplies when needed.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to keep accurate records of material on hand.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Enhanced efficiency in material management through SAP Best practices.
- Executed analysis of existing and proposed business requirements.
- Streamlined processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
Education
Micro Masters - Supply Chain Management
MITx On Edx
01.2020
Master of Business Administration -
The Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India (ICFAI)
01.2010
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering
The Institute of Engineers (INDIA)
01.2006
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Integrated Business Planning
- Business process reengineering
- Process Optimization Expertise
- Project Planning
- SAP Solutions: Integrated Business Planning, Service Parts Planning, Materials Management, Sales and Distribution, Extended Warehouse Management, Yard Logistics, Cloud Analytics, CI-DS/SDI
Certification
- 05/2023, Certified Supply Chain Professional from ASCM
- 03/2023, SAP Activate Project Manager
- 01/2023, SAP IBP for Supply Chain 2023
- 05/2020, Supply Chain Dynamics from MITx
- 02/2020, Supply Chain Technology and Systems from MITx
- 02/2020, Supply Chain Design from MITx
- 10/2019, Supply Chain Fundamentals by MITx
- 06/2019, Supply Chain Analytics by MITx
- 10/2011, Planning and GATP in SAP SCM APO 7.0 EhP1
- 08/2014, SAP Extended Warehouse Management
- 11/2011, Business Process Expert
- 12/2010, Procurement and Logistics Execution SAP ERP 6.0
Systemcompetencies
SAP IBP, SAP APO, SAP SPP/eSPP, S4HANA: Materials Management, Sales & Distribution, SAP BI, SAP Cloud Analytics, SAP CPI-DS, CPI-SDI, PI, SAP Solution Manager
Accomplishments
Co-authored a book on “Demand Sensing with SAP IBP” Rheinwork /SAP Publishing
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
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Work Type
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Supply Chain Leader
IBM corporation
02.2022 - Current
Principal - Business Process & IT Consulting
Westernacher & Partner Consulting Inc.
11.2015 - 02.2022
Business Process Consultant
SAP Solution Delivery Center - SAP India Private Limited
11.2010 - 11.2015
Information Technology Analyst
Caterpillar Logistics & IT Services Private Limited
04.2007 - 11.2010
Materials Engineer
Wipro Infrastructure Engineering Limited
09.1999 - 03.2007
Micro Masters - Supply Chain Management
MITx On Edx
Master of Business Administration -
The Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India (ICFAI)
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering
The Institute of Engineers (INDIA)
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